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Award-winning lobster restaurant closing sole Columbus location; new concept moving in
First there was the food truck, then the storefront, and now…back to grabbing the nationwide famous lobster rolls from a food truck only. Cousins Maine Lobster, which started in 2012 by Maine natives Sabin Lomac and Jim Tselikis, and is famously known for their stint on season 5 of Shark Tank (Baraba Corcoran invested $55,000 in the company) is officially closing their restaurant located inside of Budd Dairy Hall, effective Monday, May 20, according to their website.
Columbus Humane CEO says dogfighting is 'consistent challenge' after nearly 40 dogs seized
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Ohio — An investigation is underway after 39 dogs were seized from multiple locations in Franklin County on Wednesday when Columbus Humane Agents executed search warrants related to dogfighting. Many details of the investigation are being withheld until a probable cause hearing is scheduled for Wednesday to...
Easton sues Melt Bar and Grilled, seeks 200k in damages for missed payments
Easton Town Center is suing Melt Bar and Grilled and its owner Matthew Fish as its guarantor for breaching its lease, seeking damages in excess of $200,000, according to documents from the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas. The lawsuit alleges that Melt, a Cleveland-based gourmet grilled cheese restaurant, did...
‘It’s a boy!’: Columbus Zoo announces birth of mandrill
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s mandrill family welcomed a new addition earlier this month. Malaika the mandrill gave birth to a healthy baby boy on May 5, the zoo announced on its Facebook. The zoo says both are doing great. “She continues to be a...
CCS knew of monkey torture 'rumors' against teacher years ago, kept him in classroom
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Columbus City Schools admits to hearing rumors of videos of animal torture targeting one of its teachers years before a federal case against him went to court. Those who reported allegations against Linden McKinley, 7-12 grade teacher Ronald Bedra back in March 2022 want to...
These 7 Columbus restaurants and bars offer outdoor rooftop dining with a view
Patios are everywhere these days, and we're about to enter that sweet spot on the calendar when outdoor drinks and dining make for a perfect night. Rooftop bars and restaurants are becoming more common around Columbus, particularly as a crowning jewel for new hotels designed to lure locals as regulars and not just transient guests.
Hell City Tattoo Festival taking over downtown Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Tattoo artists and others travel across the country to be part of America's Favorite Tattoo Festival. Hell City Tattoo Festival brings artists together to show off their skill and express their creativity on and off the canvas. Owner and Promoter Durb Morrison shares all of what you can expect in a span of this entire weekend. For more information on the festival, head to HellCity.com.
When public pools open in central Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Public pools are opening throughout the next few weeks in central Ohio. View when your facility is welcoming guests below. Bexley David H. Madison Community Pool 2100 Clifton Ave. Canal Winchester Municipal Pool 180 Groveport Rd. Dodge Community Center 645 Sullivant Ave. Driving Park Community Center 1100 Rhoads Ave. Dublin North […]
Gorilla at Columbus Zoo expecting baby this summer
COLUMBUS, Ohio — One of the gorillas at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is expecting a baby this summer!. Sue the gorilla is due mid-summer, the zoo announced on its Facebook page Wednesday. The father is Ktembe. The zoo says her health and care teams are checking her progress...
Columbus sisters learning the "Royal Rules of Ohio" on new reality TV show
A new Columbus-based reality show follows three local sisters learning the "Royal Rules of Ohio."The intrigue: The show debuted last week and features the descendants of Ghanaian royalty who moved here around 25 years ago.It depicts the Agyekum sisters balancing lavish lifestyles while abiding by their native Ghana's customs.What they're saying: "The world isn't ready for the Agyekums. We're taking over the world. I feel like it's something the world hasn't even seen yet, so they need to be prepared," one of the stars, Thelma Agyekum, told WPVI-TV.How to watch: New episodes are televised on Freeform at 10:30pm on Wednesdays and are available on Hulu the next day, per 614 Magazine.
Blacklick Woods debuts canopy walk, elevating experience with panoramic forest views
Dozens of eager outdoor enthusiasts slipped into their rain gear Friday morning to explore the newly opened Canopy Walk at Blacklick Woods Metro Park. Amid a gentle rainfall, pairs and small groups ascended the 72-foot zigzagging staircase, gaining access to the lush, untouched treetop greenery above. Perched 40 feet above...
Exclusive behind-the-scenes look at independent film set in Columbus
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Earlier this month, the major independent film "Down to the Felt" wrapped principal photography in central Ohio. But, while they were still in production, 10TV visited the set for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the production. "It has gone extraordinarily well," said Cullen Douglas, actor and...
Columbus Taco Fest returns for one tasty weekend
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Get ready for a fiesta!. The two-day Columbus Taco Fest starts on Saturday, May 18 at Genoa Park. Some of the food trucks stopped by the ABC 6/FOX 28 studio on Friday, and Good Day Columbus's Cameron Fontana got to sample some of the food.
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